Senior Manager, Global Controls Office

Senior Manager, Global Controls Office (IT SOX) Work Location : Toronto, Ontario, Canada Hours : 37.5 Line Of Business : Finance Pay Details : $108,800 - $163,200 CAD Job Description Department Overview The Global Controls Office (GCO), part of the Chief Accountant's Department, supports the Controller and Chief Accountant in fulfilling their controllership mandate. The GCO is responsible for overseeing the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program at TD Bank Group (TDBG) to ensure compliance with SOX requirements. We also set up policies governing financial reporting controls and provide oversight on compliance with these policies. Job Requirements Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Global Controls Office, the Senior Manager leads and monitors Information Technology (IT) processes and controls within the ICFR program. The role includes direct reports and accountability for recruitment, training, coaching and development. The manager builds strong relationships with stakeholders across Business, IT, Finance, and audit teams, stays current on regulatory changes, and assesses their impact on the ICFR program. Responsibilities Lead ICFR planning and oversight for IT controls (ITGCs, ITACs, etc.) coordinating with auditors and Global Technology Services (GTS). Provide expert advice on risks, control practices and issues for IT controls. Develop, communicate and reinforce guidance, training and operating procedures. Oversee scoping and inventory of IT systems and infrastructure for ICFR. Identify projects and initiatives impacting ICFR IT controls, and work with business and GTS on necessary updates to their risks and controls. Support Technology Owners in identifying relevant controls for IT assets upon their scoping for SOX and assigning accountability for control owner attestations. Challenge the design of management’s IT controls and provide recommendations to enhance their effectiveness in mitigating risk. Keep abreast of IT emerging issues, trends, audit and regulatory requirements, and reflect them in the Bank's ICFR program. Assess scoping of the SOC1 IT‑related reports from third‑party vendors, assist management with necessary action plans for late and missing SOC1 reports. Actively seek optimization opportunities and lead to their realization. Monitor testing progress by Internal Audit, contribute to issue and remediation discussions. Prepare risk and control assessment memos. Assess potential impact of non‑SOX deficiencies on the ICFR program. Contribute to ICFR program reporting for Executives and Audit Committees. Drive team development through training, performance management, and coaching. Education & Experience Undergraduate degree in Business, Computer Science, IT or related field. Preferred: Technology/Internal Audit certifications (CISA, CGEIT, CIA); professional accounting designation is an asset. 8+ years’ progressive experience in SOX/NI‑52‑109, audit, technology risk, or information security within a complex enterprise. Strong knowledge of risk frameworks and control standards. Proven ability to drive process and team improvements. Effective time management and adaptability in fast‑paced environments. Consistently delivers high‑quality results that meet or exceed expectations. Strong analytical skills and critical thinking. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Self‑motivated with proven ability to motivate and influence others. People management experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Who We Are TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career, we provide regular leadership and development conversations, and mentorship and training programs to support your growth. Total Rewards Package Our Total Rewards package includes a base salary, variable compensation, health and well‑being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. We appreciate your interest in joining TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we are committed to supporting colleagues to thrive both at work and at home. Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations during the interview process. We look forward to hearing from you #J-18808-Ljbffr